Art Adventures, Play & Learn with Gymboree, Low Impact Exercise (Chair Aerobics), English Conversation Circle - Virtual, Career

Art Adventures 10:30am - 11:15am Franklin Road Branch Made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Play & Learn with Gymboree 10:30am - 11:00am West Perry Branch Participating in a diverse class of physical, social, and cognitive developmental skills creates a dynamic class where younger children benefit from watching older children and older children benefit from being leaders. This program is a great opportunity for siblings to experience class together, or for children and adults can grow together! This program is made possible by Everwise Foundation through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Low Impact Exercise (Chair Aerobics) 11:00am - 11:45am Decatur Branch Learn more about Through the Ages Fitness on their website. *Please note, some TTAF Low Impact sessions advance to standing depending on location and participants. We encourage you to bring a water bottle to class. Meanwhile, enjoy this book list about the RBG Workout! This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation with support from a contribution from Honda. Honda is dedicated to helping people reach their own life's potential. English Conversation Circle - Virtual 11:00am - 12:00pm Online This event is being held as an online meeting/webinar. You will be emailed login instructions approximately 24 hours before the event. Low Impact Exercise (Chair Aerobics) 1:00pm - 1:45pm Lawrence Branch Learn more about Through the Ages Fitness on their website. *Please note, some TTAF Low Impact sessions advance to standing depending on location and participants. We encourage you to bring a water bottle to class. Meanwhile, enjoy this book list about the RBG Workout! This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation with support from a contribution from Honda. Honda is dedicated to helping people reach their own life's potential. Career Center at Martindale-Brightwood 2:00pm - 3:00pm Martindale-Brightwood Branch The Career Center is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. No registration required! Located in the Computer Lab, this is a drop-in session, meaning you can arrive at any time between 2-4pm. Please expect a short wait as we assist other attendees. While you wait, consider what kind of job you'd like to look for, your availability/schedule, and values you might share with potential companies. Cover letter help is also offered. Career Center is offered weekly on Thursdays, though there are exceptions for 2026 Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and New Years Eve. Marvelous Magnetic Bookmarks 2:00pm - 3:00pm Nora Branch Explore multiple art techniques while designing and creating custom magnetic bookmarks. Learn how magnets work while creating a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art that kids can use and enjoy every day! this program is designed for kids ages 6-12. Intro to Soul Care 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Brittany Wayman of Soul Care Coaching is here to guide you through a technique to take better care of yourself. Intro to Soul Care What does it mean to truly care for your soul? In this introductory workshop, you’ll see how soul care connects to your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. In this interactive session, you’ll experience simple practices for tending to your inner life and reflect on how they fit into your daily rhythms. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of soul care and practical tools you can begin using right away to cultivate greater health and well being. Support yourself with some books and resources from a book list created by Library staff: This workshop is made possible by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Chair Yoga & Mindfulness 2:00pm - 3:00pm College Avenue Branch Chair yoga is a relaxation that also energizes body and mind by connecting breath to stretches and gentle movements. This activity improves posture, flexibility, balance, strength, and mind/body awareness. It helps to promote more steadiness and confidence in one’s body along with an overall sense of well-being and peace. We will have intermittent meditative music to accompany the class and close with a brief meditation. Learn more with this book list about Every Body Yoga or Fit Lit: Every Body Yoga. This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation with support from a contribution by Honda. Honda is dedicated to helping people reach their own life's potential. Crafternoons at West Perry 3:00pm - 4:30pm West Perry Branch Each month, learn and practice a new craft with other creatives in the community. Waterway Exploration 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Road Branch Explore the world of waterways by tackling hands-on challenges that uncover the power and complexity of rivers. Build bridges and dams, design a boat, and test your creativity and problem-solving skills. This program is designed for kids ages 6-12. Microsoft Basics 4:30pm - 5:30pm Spades Park Branch Seniors and adults who have little to no experience with Microsoft Word are encouraged to learn the basics with us. Spanish Conversation Circle 4:30pm - 5:30pm Online Spanish Conversation Circle takes place on Zoom. Please register to receive a a zoom link, sent out a day before the program via email. Marvelous Magnetic Bookmarks 4:30pm - 5:30pm Irvington Branch Explore multiple art techniques while designing and creating custom magnetic bookmarks. Learn how magnets work while creating a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art that kids can use and enjoy every day! this program is designed for kids ages 6-12.